Mitt Romney may have it wrong if he believes that Czechs want the United States to change its mind again and station elements of an anti-missile shield in the country. For the Neviditelny Pes, columnist Blahoslav Hruska writes that the last thing Czechs want is to relive the 'tiring and tragicomic' episode the country experienced starting in 2002, when the debate of the … [Read more...] about If Romney Wins, He can Keep His Radar! (Neviditelny Pes, Czech Republic)
The Hill Poll: Majority Believes Country Worse Off and Obama Doesn’t Deserve Second Term
A new poll conducted for The Hill finds that many voters believe the country is in worse shape than four years ago and Barack Obama doesn't deserve a second term. The poll comes just as the Democratic National Convention begins -- and indicates the job Obama and the Democrats will have before them when GOPers ask the famous Ronald Reagan question: A majority of voters … [Read more...] about The Hill Poll: Majority Believes Country Worse Off and Obama Doesn’t Deserve Second Term
Actor Chuck Norris: “America Faces 1,000 Years of Darkness” If President Obama Wins Reelection
Actor and right wing nut Chuck Norris is at it again, claiming America faces "1,000 years of darkness" if President Barack Obama is reelected. This is also the same wingnut who said Mitt Romney would buy the White House. Funny, he's been largely silent on that gem, since Mitt Romney and his buddies, specifically Sheldon Adelson and Karl Rove, are trying to buy the White … [Read more...] about Actor Chuck Norris: “America Faces 1,000 Years of Darkness” If President Obama Wins Reelection
Moonstruck: Life with a Cult
When I moved to bucolic upstate New York in the 1980s, my nearest neighbors were the followers of the Rev. Sun Myung Moon, the “messiah” who died this weekend at 82. It was like living next to a colony of the socially inept--with firearms. Early on, a jeep drove up to our boundary line with a man who introduced himself as Security Director of the Unification Church, … [Read more...] about Moonstruck: Life with a Cult
At Least Dinesh D’Souza’s “2016: Obama’s America” Isn’t a Birther Film
"The first time we didn't know Barack Obama, now we do." - Dinesh D'Souza in "2016: Obama's America" WASHINGTON - THE FILM begins with the Winston Churchill bust being returned to Great Britain. To Mr D'Souza, this is is the ultimate revelation about who Barack Obama is; the removal of Churchill's presence seen as confirmation of Pres. Obama's anti-colonialism … [Read more...] about At Least Dinesh D’Souza’s “2016: Obama’s America” Isn’t a Birther Film
40 Years On, Allman Brothers Better Than Ever & That’s Saying A Lot: Report From 20 Paws Ranch
Greg and Duane Allman (top) circa 1971 and the Allman Brothers Band today Keeping a rock band going after the death or departure of a key member is a tricky business and many an ensemble has faltered or failed as a result of that. Examples abound, including Deep Purple, Van Halen and Jefferson Starship. Cult band Little Feat has survived but never has been as good … [Read more...] about 40 Years On, Allman Brothers Better Than Ever & That’s Saying A Lot: Report From 20 Paws Ranch
Code Eastwood (Cartoon)
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Climate Change Conservatives and the Problem with Big Money (Guest Voice)
Climate Change Conservatives and the Problem with Big Money by Robert Sisson One should never expect anything other than slanted platitudes in political convention speeches. So, as I sat in the Tampa Bay Times Forum last week, I didn't expect any speaker to come within a hurricane's outer band reach of the topic of climate change. Tampa was my second Republican National … [Read more...] about Climate Change Conservatives and the Problem with Big Money (Guest Voice)
Michael Clarke Duncan, ‘Green Mile’ Star, Dies Aged 54
Michael Clarke Duncan, 'Green Mile' star, dies aged 54 (via GlobalPost) Michael Clarke Duncan, the star of 'The Green Mile,' has died, two months after suffering a heart attack. Allison Jackson Michael Clarke Duncan, the hulking death row inmate in “The Green Mile,” died today. He was 54. Duncan was being treated for a heart attack he suffered two months ago, the … [Read more...] about Michael Clarke Duncan, ‘Green Mile’ Star, Dies Aged 54
‘Ale to the Chief’: White House Beer Recipes
Medal of Honor recipient, Marine Corps Sergeant Dakota Meyer, enjoying a beer with the President of the United States. (White House photo/video) I am sure that most of our readers have read or heard about the excitement surrounding the recipes for the White House’s home brewed Honey Ale and Honey Porter beers. There was even a petition on We the People, the White … [Read more...] about ‘Ale to the Chief’: White House Beer Recipes
Charlotte’s Web (Cartoon)
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The Question Democrats Should Ask At Their Convention
The Republicans asked a very poignant question at their just ended convention. One it would be dangerous and perhaps fatal for the Democrats to ignore. It was a repeat of a highly successful Reagan mantra: "Are you better off today than you were four years ago?' What's the obvious retort Democrats should broadcast at their own convention? Simple. "Will you be better off four … [Read more...] about The Question Democrats Should Ask At Their Convention
Preserving Film Heritage: Charlie Chaplin INSIDE THE KEYSTONE PROJECT Short Historical 34 Film Documentary
Our artistic heritage needs to be preserved and there is a constant battle to preserve early film legacy. Here is a wonderful short about the international effort to preserve and restore some of Charlie Chaplin's early silent work: showing how the work of dedicated people to find lost footage and modern technology can combine to maximize our ability to see and enjoy these … [Read more...] about Preserving Film Heritage: Charlie Chaplin INSIDE THE KEYSTONE PROJECT Short Historical 34 Film Documentary
Leaked Emails Show ‘Paranoid, Despondent’ Michael Jackson
As usual with a political or show biz figure who dies, more details are now coming out about the late Michael Jackson. And the details show a "paranoid, despondent" Michael Jackson before his death -- brimming with self-doubts, and drunk in a dressing room. To be sure, all his final days weren't like that but the details round out the picture given in the film that was released … [Read more...] about Leaked Emails Show ‘Paranoid, Despondent’ Michael Jackson
Open Season: Will Rebounding Wyoming Wolves Thrive Without US Protection?
Open season: Will rebounding Wyoming wolves thrive without US protection? (via The Christian Science Monitor) The decision Friday by the US Fish and Wildlife Service to lift endangered species protections for the gray wolf in Wyoming is a testament to the success of the 20-year federal wolf reintroduction effort. But the move also opens the door to a bloodier era … [Read more...] about Open Season: Will Rebounding Wyoming Wolves Thrive Without US Protection?
Gallup’s Editor: No Signs of Republican Convention Bounce for Romney Yet (Confirmed by Second Poll As Well)
Frank Newport, PhD, the Editor-in-Chief of Gallup, says there's no sign of a convention bounce for Mitt Romney and the GOP yet -- an assertion that seems to be seconded by a poll in Florida, where you'd think there would have been some kind of bounce: The two-week convention phase of this election is now at its midpoint. We won’t know what the impact of the two conventions … [Read more...] about Gallup’s Editor: No Signs of Republican Convention Bounce for Romney Yet (Confirmed by Second Poll As Well)
Gallup Poll: Romney Acceptance Speech Gets Lowest Ratings of Any Gallup Has Measured Since 1996
A new Gallup Poll basically finds that the Republican Convention proved a wash to most voters -- and that Republican Presidential nominee Mitt Romney's Presidential speech got the lowest ratings of any nomination speech Gallup has measured since 1996. Last week's Republican National Convention had a minimal impact on Americans' self-reported voting intentions, with just … [Read more...] about Gallup Poll: Romney Acceptance Speech Gets Lowest Ratings of Any Gallup Has Measured Since 1996
Labor Day (Cartoon)
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The Pink Elephants Have Left The Big Top
Now that the Republican Convention is over, what have we learned? It would appear that not much has changed. Economic policy remains the same -- the party favours the wealthy over the working man. But, more strikingly, the party of George W. Bush -- which did not feel beholden to the "reality based community" -- certainly now refuses to be "dictated by fact checkers." If … [Read more...] about The Pink Elephants Have Left The Big Top
Coffee Giant Starbucks Taps into Tea-Loving India
Coffee giant Starbucks taps into tea-loving India (via AFP) Starbucks is betting on big returns as it seeks to lure an expanding legion of coffee lovers in India -- primarily a tea-drinking nation where lifestyle changes have spawned a booming market for cafes. After eyeing the Indian market for years, the world's largest coffee chain is planning its foray… … [Read more...] about Coffee Giant Starbucks Taps into Tea-Loving India